What does the cryptic crossword clue "Libertine taking no unearned share of proceeds (7)" mean?

The definition is "unearned share of proceeds". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RAKE (synonym="libertine") + OFF (synonym="‘taking no’ or just ‘no’?") = RAKEOFF The answer is RAKEOFF.

Libertine taking no unearned share of proceeds (7)

Independent Cryptic #11923 | 15 Across | 2024-12-26 flower

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